- Explore five motorcycles worth upgrading to from the Kawasaki Ninja 650, including the Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX, Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, Speed Twin 1200, Ducati Panigale V2 and BMW S 1000 RR.
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is a capable middleweight motorcycle that offers a good balance of performance, comfort and everyday usability. However, if I were upgrading from the Ninja 650, I would want something that offers a noticeable step up in performance, a more engaging engine or a completely different riding experience.
My shortlist would include everything from a powerful sports tourer to a high-performance naked roadster, a modern-classic motorcycle and two premium sports bikes. Here are the five motorcycles I would consider buying if I were ready to move on from the Ninja 650.
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First Published Date: 21 Oct 2026, 15:33 pm IST
